The Easiest and Most Wonderful Salmon Sauce
Elevate your salmon dishes effortlessly with "The Easiest and Most Wonderful Salmon Sauce," a quick and creamy delight that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This silky sauce combines rich unsalted butter and heavy cream with the brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and Dijon mustard for a perfect balance of flavors. Fragrant garlic and a touch of fresh dill add a gourmet touch, while a hint of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Its luxurious texture and zesty, herb-infused taste make it the ideal companion for pan-seared, baked, or grilled salmon. Whether drizzled generously over your fillet or served as a dipping sauce, this easy yet decadent recipe will transform your meal into a restaurant-quality experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for an unforgettable feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine.
Add the lemon juice and Dijon mustard, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Simmer the sauce on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Stir in the fresh dill, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 more minute to incorporate the flavors.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and serve the warm sauce drizzled over your cooked salmon or on the side as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.1 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 1381 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
